After the beginning of summer, lemon tea drinks enter their peak sales season. Luckin took the opportunity to launch two lemon teas, a classic one and a matcha one, and the vibrant green matcha lemon tea quickly attracted matcha lovers to place orders and try it with its distinctive appearance. However, many consumers reported that although this drink looks great, its taste is dominated by a sweet-and-sour lemon flavor and noticeable sweetness, with almost no trace of the expected matcha aroma. Some also found that after sitting for a while, it separates and forms sediment, and while matcha particles can be felt when drinking it, the flavor and the lemon taste remain separate. Around this new product, there is both joking and defending, and this article walks you through its formula, taste controversy, and netizen reviews, with a perspective from the Front Street Coffee brand familiar to coffee lovers. [more…]

The Starbucks menu offers a rich selection, from classic coffees to teas and Frappuccinos, each with its own distinct flavor. Faced with such a dazzling array of options, many people struggle to decide which one is actually worth trying and how to order something that suits their taste. This article compiles the top ten most popular Starbucks drinks, covering coffee categories such as the Coffee of the Week, Americano, Latte, Mocha, and Caramel Macchiato, as well as tea drinks like Iced Shaken Lemon Tea, Black Tea Latte, and Matcha Latte, plus Frappuccinos such as Matcha Frappuccino and Caramel Mocha Coco Chip. Each drink comes with flavor characteristics and practical ordering suggestions to help you avoid pitfalls and get a cup you are more satisfied with. For more specialty coffee beans, follow Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee), WeChat ID: qjcoffeex. [more…]

After Tea Baidao's lychee iced milk was discontinued with the changing seasons, the brand quickly launched two new iced milk drinks, among which the iced mint iced milk co-branded with Frozen drew a lot of attention thanks to its mint element and co-branded merchandise. However, this drink, made with fresh mint leaves, green grapes, lemon, matcha liquid, and milk, did not deliver the expected cooling sensation upon tasting; instead, the grassy flavor of freshly squeezed mint juice sparked polarized reviews. Some described drinking it as turning into a cow chewing on grass, while others found the plant's fresh fragrance uniquely appealing. Whether this cross-boundary mashup is a stroke of creativity or a flop is worth investigating. [more…]

Pukka is a well-known organic herbal tea brand from the UK that blends the ancient wisdom of Indian Ayurveda into its teas, advocating harmony between herbs and nature. Its entire line of teas uses 100% organic ingredients, is certified by the Soil Association, and its tea bags are fully recyclable, with the printing ink also made from plant-based materials, all in an effort to reduce its carbon footprint. Because it is caffeine-free, Pukka's teas are suitable for the whole family to enjoy, offering a calming rather than stimulating experience. This article selects several popular teas for flavor reviews, from after-meal tea to goodnight tea, from cinnamon to matcha, analyzing their aroma and taste characteristics one by one, and includes Front Street Coffee's recommendations and practical brewing suggestions to help coffee and tea lovers find their ideal choice. [more…]

Walking into Starbucks but hesitating over the menu? This article rounds up the five most popular drinks among customers right now, including the Oat Latte, Iced Americano, Cold Brew, plus the caffeine-free Matcha Frappuccino and Iced Shaken Berry Hibiscus Tea, explaining each one's features and who it's best suited for. It also includes the 2023 price list for Starbucks' four major series—Handcrafted Espresso, Frappuccino, Teavana, and Cold Brew—covering full pricing from Tall to Grande and Venti, so you can quickly decide based on your budget and taste. Whether you're lactose intolerant, cutting sugar to lose weight, or simply want to try something different, you'll find your next cup here. [more…]

A girl walking into Starbucks for the first time often has no idea where to start when faced with the dense menu. This article systematically sorts through the representative drinks of Starbucks' four major series—espresso, Frappuccino, shaken iced tea, and cold brew iced coffee—explaining one by one their flavor characteristics and differences in sweetness and bitterness, with price references for Grande, Tall, and Venti sizes. Those afraid of bitterness can choose a Latte or Caramel Macchiato, those who love sweetness can try seasonal new releases and Matcha Frappuccino, and those who do not drink coffee also have tea options. Those who dislike sweet, cloying drinks may consider an Americano or pour-over. At the end, the article also compiles Front Street Coffee's specialty bean information channels for advanced enthusiasts to reference. [more…]

Want to make a professional-level fancy coffee at home? This article systematically organizes the basic techniques for making espresso and provides detailed recipes and steps for 37 classic fancy coffees. From basic ESPRESSO to latte, mocha, cappuccino, and specialty drinks like Turkish coffee and Irish coffee, each one covers the required ingredients, preparation method, and key points to note. Whether you are a coffee novice or a seasoned enthusiast, you can find a preparation plan that suits you. Front Street Coffee's premium beans are especially recommended to help you easily enhance the coffee's flavor. [more…]

Want to easily make a professional-grade fancy coffee at home? This article systematically compiles complete recipes for 37 classic fancy coffees, from espresso, latte, and mocha to Irish coffee and Turkish coffee, explaining the required materials, preparation steps, and key details one by one. Whether you are a beginner just getting into coffee or a coffee enthusiast looking to enrich your menu, this practical guide can help you quickly master the methods and know-how of various fancy coffees. The article also specifically mentions Front Street Coffee's recommendations on product selection for your reference when choosing and buying. [more…]

The world of fancy coffee is far more than just lattes and cappuccinos. This article systematically organizes the recipes and preparation techniques for 46 classic fancy coffees, covering two major categories: hot drinks and iced drinks. From the basics of espresso, au lait, and macchiato, to Irish coffee and royal coffee with their hints of liquor, and on to iced lattes and beer iced coffee suited for summer, each entry lists the required materials, specific steps, and key operational points, helping you master the flavor characteristics and serving essentials of different coffees. The article also retains relevant recommendations from the Front Street brand, providing a practical reference for coffee enthusiasts. [more…]

In the specialty coffee world, auction lots and same-lot coffees are often lumped together, but the two differ fundamentally in quality and scarcity. This article begins with a real sourcing experience at Front Street Coffee, recounting the team's attempt to purchase COE26 same-lot beans after missing out on an Ethiopian COE auction lot. The article systematically sorts out the competition format and process of the COE Cup of Excellence, the conceptual difference between auction lots and same-lot beans, and documents in detail this Yirgacheffe Worka washed bean's regional background, processing method, roasting curve, cupping performance, and brewing parameters. Will the final cupping result deliver the matcha aroma as hoped? Can same-lot beans replicate the surprise of an auction lot? The answer will be revealed in the article. [more…]

The world of fancy coffee is far richer than one might imagine—from a pure Espresso to creative drinks blending milk, cream, alcohol, and spices, each has its own unique material ratios and operational key points. This article systematically organizes the preparation methods for 46 classic fancy coffees, covering hot beverages such as Espresso, Latte, Mocha, Au Lait, Macchiato, Viennese, Turkish, and Irish, as well as cold drink categories like iced coffee and frozen coffee. Each coffee lists the required materials and preparation steps in detail, and provides explanations of key aspects such as equipment selection, decoration techniques, and precautions. Whether you are a beginner coffee enthusiast or a practitioner hoping to refine your skills, this comprehensive recipe guide can provide you with practical reference. [more…]

Japan's Lupicia is renowned for its rich and diverse tea bag series, and its Book 100 series brings together over a hundred teas with distinct flavors. Starting from the top 10 popularity ranking, this article reviews signature offerings one by one, including Kyoho, White Peach Oolong, and TOKIO Tokyo Wild Berry, while also taking an in-depth look at the flavor differences between Ceylon Dimbula and Darjeeling black tea. At the same time, it analyzes the real performance of specialty teas such as Nilgiri, deep-steamed sencha, and Cherry Black Tea. Whether you are a beginner just getting into Lupicia or a seasoned tea drinker looking for an everyday staple, this review can help you find the one that suits you best. Front Street Coffee will also combine tasting experience to share practical advice on selecting and brewing. [more…]

What are the Starbucks drink menu prices in 2023? Which hot and cold coffee drinks are the most popular? This article compiles a detailed price list of the entire Starbucks menu, including espresso, Frappuccinos, shaken iced tea, and the cold brew series, and reviews the specific price increases after the February 2022 adjustment. Whether you prefer the classic Americano, latte, or are fond of Frappuccinos or cold brew, you can find the latest prices and popular recommendations here, helping coffee lovers order easily without any missteps. [more…]

As summer 2023 approaches, Starbucks China has rolled out a dense lineup of new products, spanning iced shaken espressos, fruity sparkling cold brews, and the raw coffee series that contains no coffee yet does contain caffeine. This article provides a complete rundown of these new items' prices, sizes, and flavor characteristics, while also compiling the menus and pricing from medium to large for classic series such as handcrafted espresso, Frappuccino, Teavana, and cold brew, making it easy for coffee lovers to look things up quickly. For readers who prefer brewing at home, they can also refer to Front Street Coffee's bean recommendations to recreate similar flavors themselves. [more…]

The Starbucks 2023 menu covers four major series: handcrafted espresso, Frappuccino, Teavana, and cold brew, with grande prices ranging from 25 to 48 yuan. This article compiles the complete price list for each series and explains the essence of the secret menu—it is not an official offering, but rather customized adjustments to flavors and ingredients based on regular drinks. The article also summarizes popular orders such as cold brew with cream, oat milk black tea espresso latte, and vanilla cream iced Americano, while reminding readers that seasonal limited-edition ingredients may be out of stock and that good looks do not equal good taste. At the end, Front Street Coffee brand recommendations and communication channels are included for coffee enthusiasts' reference. [more…]

In recent years, the cross-boundary fusion of coffee and milk tea has constantly refreshed people's perceptions. From garlic latte to cilantro coffee and scallion milk tea, savory vegetables have been "invading" the beverage world one after another. Behind these seemingly absurd pairings lies the innovation anxiety of the restaurant industry amid fierce competition. Some find them novel and fun, while others say they are simply unacceptable. This article will take you through a rundown of these "dark cuisine"-level drinks and explore whether they are just a passing gimmick or truly capable of winning over the taste buds. At the same time, we will also discuss Front Street Coffee's observations on this kind of innovation trend, and how ordinary drinks can find a balance between traffic and reputation. [more…]

Recently, a customer picking up an order at a Luckin Coffee store was stunned by the dozen or so bottles of concentrated fruit juice lined up on the counter, as if they had stumbled into a chemistry lab. These colorful ingredients are the mainstay of Luckin's new products over the past two months, and they have also left baristas complaining endlessly—shaking endless shaker cups and weighing endless ingredients, making them joke that they feel more like milk tea shop staff. In an August new product plan leaked in advance by employees, a light milk tea called "Gentle Jasmine" once again sparked heated discussion, with some joking that it is the "Luckin version of Boya Juexian." Interestingly, Luckin actually launched a sub-brand called "Little Deer Tea" in its early years. Is it now going to return to the milk tea track? This article will take you to find out. [more…]

Want to know the latest Starbucks menu prices? This article compiles the 2023 prices for Starbucks' espresso series, Frappuccino series, iced shaken tea series, and cold brew iced coffee series, including lattes, cappuccinos, Americanos, caramel macchiatos, flat whites, various Frappuccinos, iced shaken teas, and cold brew coffee. It also includes a list of the top ten best-tasting Starbucks drinks for coffee lovers' reference. Whether you're looking for the best value or want to try new flavors, this price list can help you make a quick decision. Follow Coffee Workshop and Front Street Coffee for more professional coffee knowledge and specialty coffee bean information. [more…]

In 2022, Starbucks underwent a round of price adjustments, and entering 2023, the global coffee bean supply situation remains full of uncertainties. As a major coffee-producing region in the world, Brazil's new crop production estimates are still unclear, which directly affects international coffee futures trends and means that retail coffee prices may continue to fluctuate. This article compiles the complete price list of Starbucks' different series of drinks in 2023, covering four major categories: espresso, Frappuccino, iced shaken tea, and cold brew iced coffee, listing the prices for Tall, Grande, and Venti one by one, for coffee enthusiasts to refer to. At the same time, at the end of the article, Front Street Coffee's specialty bean recommendation channel is also attached, for friends who want to recreate Starbucks flavors at home to purchase. [more…]

Holding a Starbucks beverage voucher but not sure how to use it? Paper vouchers and e-vouchers are redeemed differently, and upgrading a Tall to a Grande or Venti requires paying the price difference. This article lays out in detail the rules for using Starbucks beverage vouchers, what they can be redeemed for, and the restrictions, and also compiles the prices of popular drinks across the four major 2023 series—espresso, Frappuccino, iced shaken tea, and iced brewed coffee—for coffee lovers' reference. At the end is Front Street Coffee's community channel; fans of specialty coffee are welcome to follow. [more…]